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About Brantford
Brantford is a city in Ontario, Canada, founded on the Grand River in Southwestern Ontario. It is surrounded by Brant County but remains politically separate with a municipal government of its own that is fully independent of the county's municipal government.
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Bell Homestead National Historic Site
Located in Eagle Place, the Bell Homestead National Historic Site served as the first North American home for Professor Alexander Melville Bell and his family. It is where Alexander Graham Bell conducted his earliest experiments on the continent and later invented the telephone in July 1874.
The site is also known by the name of its principal structure, Melville House.
View details →Best Hotels in Brantford
9 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Best Western Brantford Hotel & Conference Centre
The Best Western Brantford Hotel & Conference Centre offers accommodation and meeting facilities for travelers. This hotel serves as a base for both leisure and business visits to the area.
Best Restaurants in Brantford
43 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Johnny Greekos
Johnny Greekos serves Greek cuisine in the Holmedale neighborhood.
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Sociable Kitchen & Tavern
Sociable Kitchen & Tavern serves burgers, regional dishes, and international fare in the Tranquility neighborhood. The menu also features grill and barbecue options.
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Symposium Cafe Restaurant Brantford
Symposium Cafe Restaurant Brantford serves a diverse menu including burgers, sandwiches, and seafood in the Tranquility neighborhood. The cafe also offers breakfast items, coffee, desserts, and ice cream for visitors.
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The Great Wall Buffet
The Great Wall Buffet serves Chinese cuisine in the Tranquility neighborhood.
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Zaaika India Cuisine
Zaaika India Cuisine serves Indian food in the Holmedale neighborhood.
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Al Dente Pasta, Pizza & Grill
Al Dente Pasta, Pizza & Grill is a restaurant located in the Tranquility neighborhood.
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Chuck's Roadhouse
Chuck's Roadhouse serves burgers and steaks in the Tranquility neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Brantford
3 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Williams Fresh Cafe
Williams Fresh Cafe is a café located in the Tranquility neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Brantford
6 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Eagles Nest Tap and Grill
Eagles Nest Tap and Grill operates as a bar in the Eagle Place neighborhood.
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The Alexanders Lounge
The Alexanders Lounge is a bar located in the Holmedale neighborhood.
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Billiards Bar & Grill
Billiards Bar & Grill operates as a bar in the Holmedale neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Brantford
3 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Bell Homestead National Historic Site
Located in Eagle Place, the Bell Homestead National Historic Site served as the first North American home for Professor Alexander Melville Bell and his family. It is where Alexander Graham Bell conducted his earliest experiments on the continent and later invented the telephone in July 1874.
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Canadian Military Heritage Museum
The Canadian Military Heritage Museum is an attraction located in the Eagle Place neighborhood.
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Salt Springs Church Plaque
The Salt Springs Church Plaque is an attraction located in the Eagle Place neighborhood.
Best Shops in Brantford
34 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Bridal Boutique
Bridal Boutique is a shop located in the Eagle Place neighborhood.
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Carter's OshKosh
Carter's OshKosh is a shop located in the Tranquility neighborhood.
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Red Red Bobbin Quilt Shop
Red Red Bobbin Quilt Shop is a shop located in the Eagle Place neighborhood.
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Edible Arrangements
Edible Arrangements operates as a shop in the Tranquility neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Brantford
62 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Florence Buchanan Park
Florence Buchanan Park offers open green space in the Tranquility neighborhood.
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Bill Little Park
Bill Little Park is a local green space located in the Holmedale neighborhood.
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Brant Park Conservation Area
Brant Park Conservation Area is a park located in the Holmedale neighborhood.
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Brant War Memorial Park
Brant War Memorial Park is a public green space located in the Holmedale neighborhood.
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Brant's Crossing Park
Brant's Crossing Park is a green space located in the Holmedale neighborhood.
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Bridal Path Park
Bridal Path Park offers a green space for visitors to enjoy in the Tranquility neighborhood.
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CNR Gore Park
CNR Gore Park is a public green space located in the Holmedale neighborhood.
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